Monthly Archives: September 2010

Vik sent me this video today. It was taken on his iPhone, in the delivery room, when Oliver was less than one hour old. I cannot quite make out what I am saying, but if I could add that dialogue … Continue reading →

When Oliver is grumpy, he makes his mouth really wide, chipmunks his cheeks, and starts “warbling.” It is hard to describe the sound, but it is something like “raaahhr raaahhr ruuuuhhr” repeated over and over, in slow motion. We call … Continue reading →

Several months ago, Vik and I decided that when Oliver started solid foods, we would try to feed him only homemade food. Not only is it healthier (fresh, organic, and preservative-free), but it is also a lot cheaper than jarred … Continue reading →

Dear Oliver, Last Thursday you turned six months old. It is absolutely unbelievable how much you have grown and changed in this past half-year. You still have the same bright, huge chocolate-colored eyes, but your luscious mane has turned from … Continue reading →

I have a really great job. I am an attorney at one of the top law firms in the world, and I work with exceptionally bright and talented people who treat me well and value my work. I worked hard … Continue reading →

Oliver has cut FOUR teeth in the past week — a fact I first discovered when he decided to use me as his personal teething ring during a bedtime nursing session. Being a first time mom, the gallons of drool … Continue reading →

Nobody can do for little children what grandparents do. Grandparents sort of sprinkle stardust over the lives of little children. ~Alex Haley~ I absolutely adore my grandparents; they have been an amazing source of unwavering love and abundant indulgence in … Continue reading →